SOMD Quilt Mural #1: Cove Point Park Basketball Courts

This piece of art is the first in an ongoing series of quilt-inspired murals that will be installed around the entire Southern Maryland region. This project aims to drive tourism, inspire guests, uplift communities, and foster connections through public art that tells the captivating story of Southern Maryland through a tapestry of heritage. To learn more about the SOMD Quilt Murals project click here.

Located at Cove Point Park in Lusby, Maryland, the sweeping final design features a mirrored-image depiction of the historic neighboring Calvert Cliffs. These majestic cliffs, rising 100 feet high and stretching 30 miles along the Chesapeake Bay coast of Calvert County, are famous for their Miocene-era fossil shells and shark teeth (some dating as far back as 18 million years).

The funky organic shapes in the design contrast with the geometric court striping and are designed to add movement to the courts and complement the back and forth play between basketball players.

The following photos were taken by Three Ring Studio throughout the mural installation which lasted about three weeks. Drone photography by Ray Mahar. Calvert County consulted with Project Backboard on best practices before installation. The mural was designed by Three Ring Studio and installed by Midatlantic Asphault.